Neptune’s rating:
61- AffordabilityModerate
- Aggression LevelMostly Peaceful
- Breeding AggressionModerately More Aggressive
- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
- DifficultyChallenging
- HardinessModerate
- Length10.0 - 15.0 cm
- Liters per Fish75 L
- Maintenance LevelModerate Maintenance
- pH7.5 - 9.0
- PopularityPopular
- RarityUncommon
- Minimum School Size4
- Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller, Bottom Dweller
- Temperature25.0 - 29.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourHighly Territorial
- VibrancyVery Vibrant
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Red empress cichlid
The Red Empress Cichlid, known for its striking coloration, predominantly exhibits vibrant hues of red, orange, and blue, making it a visually appealing species in the fishkeeping hobby. Native to Lake Malawi in East Africa, this cichlid has a robust and laterally compressed body, featuring pronounced sexual dimorphism where males are more brightly colored than females. Well-regarded among aquarists for its vivid colors and relatively peaceful demeanor, the Red Empress Cichlid has gained popularity in the aquarium trade, especially among enthusiasts of African cichlids.